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River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Nature stories and crafts. Children ages 3-6 w/ adult.
Nature stories and crafts. Children ages 3-6 w/ adult.
Drop in at Trailside on the 3rd Thursday of each month to connect to nature through fun themed activities for […]
Celebrate this National Historic Site, its cultural significance, and the history of Chicago. Presentations, demonstrations, site tours, games and activities.
Join our partners the River Forest Public Library and River Forest Park District for an evening of slightly spooky family […]
Pumpkin painting, bowling, ring toss, leaf rubbing, fall-themed obstacle course, and more. Supplies limited. Presented with Jerome Witte, My Town Realty […]
Nature stories and crafts. Children ages 3-6 w/ adult.
Learn about nature through music, movement, stories, and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult. Sep 11: Gardening Oct 9: Changing Colors Nov […]
Experience nature play at night and discover what glows in the dark.
Bring the whole family to spend time outside and have fun with cooperative games, nature scavenger hunts, and more.
Read a story, make a craft, and go on an adventure. Ages 3-6 w/ adult; siblings welcome. Tickets on a […]
Drop in at Trailside on the 3rd Thursday of each month to connect to nature through fun themed activities for […]
Embrace the fall season with nature-based activities on and off the water. Participate in a canoe trip, fishing, archery, pumpkin […]
Celebrate the season with a special day of autumn fun. Entertainment, beekeeping demonstrations, animal encounters, pumpkin painting, honey sales, and more! […]
Come in costume for a magical walk. Register by 10/24.
Sponsored by the Forest Preserves and East Side Chamber of Commerce. Enjoy a family-friendly Halloween event, complete with plenty of […]
Come in costume for a magical walk. Register by 10/24.
Read a story, make a craft, and go on an adventure. Ages 3-6 w/ adult; siblings welcome. Tickets on a […]
Learn about and participate in a technology-inspired scavenger hunt.
Learn about and participate in a technology-inspired scavenger hunt.
Learn about and participate in a technology-inspired scavenger hunt.
Nature stories and crafts. Children ages 3-6 w/ adult.
Read a story, make a craft, and go on an adventure. Ages 3-6 w/ adult; siblings welcome. Tickets on a […]
Bring your little one for open nature play time and help your children connect with nature. Enjoy stories, art, and […]
Learn about nature through music, movement, stories, and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult. Sep 11: Gardening Oct 9: Changing Colors Nov […]
Nature stories and crafts. Children ages 3-6 w/ adult.
Read a story, make a craft, and go on an adventure. Ages 3-6 w/ adult; siblings welcome. Tickets on a […]
Nearly all Forest Preserves events are free; some require registration and/or a low fee. Residents may qualify for free admission opportunities at our partners: Brookfield Zoo Chicago and the Chicago Botanic Garden.
Printed copies of our quarterly Events Guide are available at our Nature Centers and General Headquarters. They may also be available at your local city hall or library. Know a location that should have our Events Guide? Contact us.
Events Guide (PDF)Get free transportation to the Forest Preserves for your group.
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Sign UpThe Forest Preserves is committed to providing equal, integrated participation for individuals with disabilities. Please contact the Nature Center hosting your event or program 72 hours in advance to request reasonable accommodations or inquire about site accessibility.
Please contact Experience.Nature@cookcountyil.gov or 708-771-1573 about accommodations for specific camping and outdoor recreation activities.